Kaija's rehearsal wrapped up shortly after.
As she stepped off the stage, a huge beige trench coat was suddenly thrown at her face. When she pulled it away, she found Antony standing there with a stiff expression, gaze locked somewhere on the ceiling, one hand barely hiding the faint red tint on his cheeks.
"Put that on immediately," he ordered. "Now."
"Yes... yes, sir!" She jolted at the commanding tone and quickly slipped into the trench coat, buttoning it all the way up, feeling absurdly grateful as she headed to the backstage dressing room.
The dress was handed to the outfit crew. They would steam it, prep it, and have it ready for her tomorrow. All she needed to do was put it on and perform.
The next day, the KE campus was buzzing with festive energy. The center field was packed with food stalls, game booths, and outdoor activities running from morning till late afternoon.
